March 3, 2026

Using expert elicitation to predict feral cat, Felis catus , responses to management

Key Points

Effective lethal feral cat control is predicted using expert knowledge and analytical techniques, facilitating management decisions.
Planners receive practical guidance to assess program success in managing feral cat populations.
Analytical techniques help create a flexible framework for exploring diverse management options.
This approach highlights the importance of expert insight for effective conservation outcomes.

Abstract

The expert elicitation and analytical techniques used here provide managers with practical guidance to assess the likely success of planned programs for effective lethal feral cat control. This study presents a flexible framework using expert knowledge to explore management options for more effective conservation strategies. © 2026 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.

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Using expert elicitation to predict feral cat, Felis catus , responses to management

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